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Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Downtown Tucson

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A photo of Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink - Downtown restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1319)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown Tucson
Booked 6 times today
REILLY offers modern Italian food in a casual urban setting. Our menu features smalls, salads, craft pizzas, fresh house-made pastas, desserts and craft drinks. If you are looking for outdoor dining, check out our Beer Garden and rooftop-now open! Rooftop and Beer Garden dining are open seating, order at the counter.
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4.6
Exceptional(586)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Downtown Tucson
Booked 9 times today
OBON + Sushi + Bar + Ramen in Tucson offers an unforgettable dining experience with its array of Asian dishes, including sushi, ramen, and steamed buns. Reviewers rave about the creative food, friendly staff, and the overall atmosphere. As one reviewer put it, they 'consider it a special night out'. Whether celebrating a birthday, an anniversary, or just a night out with friends, OBON offers an exceptional dining experience.
A photo of The Cup Cafe restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2130)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown Tucson
Booked 15 times today
Recently awarded "Top 100 Neighborhood Gems in America" by OpenTable!Reservations are highly recommended for dinner due to limited indoor seating and high demand for patio seating. During breakfast and lunch we do not accept reservations, *EXCEPT* on these holidays: Easter, Mother's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.The Cup Café is a downtown Tucson tradition with a reputation for delicious, inspired fare, alive with flavor. A full-service, historic modern bistro, The Cup Café appeals to locals and visitors alike.Enjoy the variety of The Cup’s all-day menu and the fresh, delectable, and ever-changing daily features. Selections include build-your-own omelets, unique salads, great appetizers, full-course entrees, classic sandwiches, as well as vegan and vegetarian options.The Cup also proudly features homemade desserts, baked in-house, as well as a comfortable and expansive outdoor patio, full-service bar, unique signature cocktails, and intriguing wine selections.Thank you!
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4.6
Exceptional(2365)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown Tucson
Booked 18 times today
Nestled in the historic train depot, Maynards offers an authentic dining experience featuring locally-inspired dishes, an award-winning wine list, and hand-crafted cocktails. Market-driven and fueled by a passion for the Southwest, Maynards delights guests with ephemeral seasonal dishes that celebrate the harvests of the Sonoran Desert in an elegant, romantic atmosphere. Downtown Tucson’s Historic East End is both a destination and a hub for those seeking the heart of urban Tucson.
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4.1
Excellent(698)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown Tucson
Booked 14 times today
UPDATE: HUB is currently operating out of PLAYGROUND until early fall 2024Located on historic Congress Street in Tucson, HUB is right in the heart of all the excitement that downtown has to offer. Our dining room gives warm romantic vibes, while our patio comes to life with the greenery, and night life. With our locally sourced ingredients, we’ve created an elevated American cuisine while embracing the taste of the southwest. Make sure you leave room for our famous homemade ice cream with flavors such as Bourbon Almond Brittle and Oatmeal Cookie Dough. We’re also proud to offer our dine-in guests complimentary valet or self parking for 2 hours. This service is offered at The AC Hotel, located directly behind HUB. We look forward to welcoming you soon!
A photo of Agustin Kitchen restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2429)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown Tucson
Booked 7 times today
New American Cuisine.Happy Hour Drinks Every Day from 3-5!
A photo of Culinary Dropout - Tucson restaurant
4.3
Awesome(2772)
Price: Moderate
• American • Midtown
Booked 15 times today
At Culinary Dropout, raise your glass to friends coming together. A place where food and music are life. Join us at happy hour for ice cold beer and our famous soft pretzels with provolone fondue. At dinner, a signature cocktail and slow braised 36-hour pork ribs are a perfect pair. While you and your crew enjoy damn good food and drinks, a local band plays live for great vibes. Come hang out and stay a while.
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4.3
Awesome(1303)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Midtown
Booked 11 times today
Cielos at Lodge on the Desert offers one of the best dining options in Southern Arizona. Dine on contemporary seasonal cuisine that pays tribute to Southwest ingredients. Complemented by classic craft cocktails featuring local spirits and a delectable wine list, Cielos is the perfect place for a romantic night out or a casual happy hour with friends.The intimate space is framed with floor-to-ceiling windows and overlooks a spacious secluded Saltillo-tiled outdoor private patio featuring bistro string lighting, a four-sided, tiled fireplace for optimal year-round al fresco dining. Cielos and its Bar both reflect a genuine, richly authentic Southern Arizona historic charm and ambience including rough-hewn artist-design hand-painted wood beams, Mexican tin chandeliers, floating potted plants and shade sails.
A photo of JW Marriott Starr Pass - Passaggio restaurant
4.3
Awesome(993)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown Tucson
Booked 7 times today
Sharing the natural beauty and warmth of the serene landscape while delivering the flavors of a modern trattoria by using the hidden bounty of the Sonoran Desert. We offer a destination for those that seek, those that travel, and those that enjoy with an unpretentious design, rustic yet flavorful cuisine, and thoughtful service. Our Italian inspired cuisine allows our curators to deliver the best of the season with passion filled dishes and cocktails. Our menu celebrates the synergetic relationships of our community by partnering with proud artisans.
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4.5
Awesome(1560)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • Midtown
The Arizona Inn is an historic resort spread over 14 tranquil acres of gardens, flowers and lawns in the heart of mid-town Tucson. The Inn offers AAA Four Diamond Award winning dining in our Main Dining Room with cathedral-ceiling and fireplace as well as our more intimate Catlin Room with views of the gardens. The Dining Room provides legendary service in an elegant yet comfortable setting for breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. Chef Allison combines classic cuisine with seasonal ingredients and innovative techniques. The menus change with the seasons to feature the freshest ingredients. Wine Spectator has recognized the wine list with an Award of Excellence. The Audubon Bar, with live piano music nightly and patio seating, provides a perfect setting for enjoying a classic cocktail.

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  • StuartVIP
    Tucson •206 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The wait staff was great as was the Loaded baked potato soup. The turkey BLT my wife had was very good. My "THE HUB" was just okay. Having lettuce and tomato on a hamburger is fine but when you add Pastrami, not so much. That's my taste buds talking. The Cole slaw was bland. Please note The Hub is currently closed so your reservation will be handled at The Playground restaurant on the SW corner of Broadway and 5th. Very nice place.
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    HUB Restaurant & Ice CreameryPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown Tucson
    4.1
  • Nicholas
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This might be the best restaurant I ever ate at ever. Was so unique, taste so amazing. It's definitely on the side of fine dining. Service was great! It did cost a bit but the totally worth the experience. I also proposed to my now fiance here at night was totally a romantic feel. Seriously 10 out of 10 in my opinion.
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    MaynardsPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown Tucson
    4.6
  • DaveVIP
    Phoenix / Arizona •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Fish and chips were the best I have had in a long time. My wife had the pesto pasta and it was amazing. The cocktails were very good as well and priced below most places! We were glad we ate inside as the outside was unbearable with disc rap. It was only mildly annoying inside.
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    The Cup CafePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown Tucson
    4.8
  • FrankVIP
    Tucson •182 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The ricotta toast is still one of our very favorite dishes in Tucson! My rigatoni was equally delicious, great dinner!
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    Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink - DowntownPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown Tucson
    4.7
  • Local1
    Phoenix / Arizona •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 12, 2024
    The Black tea old fashioned and chiltepin cobbler cocktails were delicious, as was the Yuzu Yellowtail crudo. The spice / heat level was perfect and not overwhelming. Salmon sashimi was fresh. We also enjoyed tuna and eel nigiri, salmon asparagus roll, seaweed salad and mochi ice cream for dessert. Highly recommend Obon!
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    OBON + Sushi + Bar + Ramen - TucsonPrice: Expensive• Asian• Downtown Tucson
    4.6

Discover best special occasions restaurants in Downtown Tucson

Discover the perfect dining spots for special occasions in downtown Tucson! Our curated selection features restaurants renowned for their exceptional service, exquisite cuisine, and ambient settings ideal for making any celebration memorable. Downtown Tucson's dining scene is vibrant and diverse, offering an array of options from upscale bistros to charming eateries, each providing a unique atmosphere that caters to both intimate gatherings and grand celebrations. Whether you're commemorating an anniversary, a significant milestone, or just seeking a special night out, these establishments promise an experience that's as special as the occasion itself. Diners can expect a range of culinary delights, expertly prepared by seasoned chefs, and complemented by top-notch customer service. Each restaurant has been chosen for its ability to deliver a dining experience that combines both quality and charm, ensuring your special event is nothing short of spectacular. Explore the best of downtown Tucson and make your next big event one to remember with a reservation at one of these premier locations.

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